Genreless

Chris and Eddy meet up with friend of the show (and Cyberpunk Red Line Manager) J Gray to talk about how fucking cool it is to have our favorite tabletop RPG turned into an anime. And it’s actually really good, too! Get it all in this special double-length episode! Episodes Covered: S1E1: Let You Down S1E2: Like a Boy S1E3: Smooth Criminal S1E4: Lucky You You can stream the show on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81054853

Chris and Eddy do some Discord wizardry to record a live special about The Force Awakens to celebrate 50 episodes of Genreless. There were other people listening. Honest. Also, beer was involved, so it’s both longer than normal and (if possible) digresses more than usual, but they do talk about the movie. Well, mostly. Well, they talk about Finn a lot. You can stream the movie on Disney+: https://www.disneyplus.com/movies/star-wars-the-force-awakens-episode-vii/1LEKJPDPeMr7 

It’s Christmas time! And Eddy has a surprise Christmas movie for Chris. Wait, it’s Batman Returns? Maybe Chris can use the gift receipt to return it…. You can stream the movie on HBO Max: https://play.hbomax.com/page/urn:hbo:page:GXdu2TwxqEaXCPQEAADe2:type:feature

The hosts dive into the intriguing world of John Constantine, exploring his anti-hero origins and complex evolution from comic book lore. They discuss how his character navigates moral ambiguities and relationships in dark storytelling. Adaptation challenges are also examined, particularly in capturing character depth on screen. A playful debate on representation in superhero narratives showcases the need for diversity. The conversation takes a lighthearted turn as they hint at future discussions on iconic series and nostalgic superhero suits.

Eddy and Chris run on the Cosmic Treadmill to talk about the first Flash live-action show, which both of them were very surprised by. Episodes covered: S1 E6: Sins of the Father S1 E9: Ghost in the Machine S1 E12: The Trickster You can stream the show on Tubi: https://tubitv.com/series/300008439/the-flash 

Chris and Eddy talk about DC live-action shows, the various eras of comic books, and the weirdness of Golden and Silver Age Superman. Oh, and Smallville. Episodes covered: S1 E1: Pilot S1 E6: Hourglass S1 E21: Tempest You can stream the show on Hulu: https://www.hulu.com/series/smallville-2ae2e0c4-f1ff-4c81-af5c-c19af373f330

Eddy and Chris talk about The Defenders, the inevitable and flawed conclusion of the Netflix corner of the MCU (which Chris insists should be called the Netiverse). Episodes covered: S1E1: The H-Word S1E3: Worst Behavior S1E4: Royal Dragon You can stream the show on Disney+: https://www.disneyplus.com/series/the-defenders/1vLuQyD9nTYk

Chris and Eddy talk about The Punisher, and how broad stereotypes of mental illness can end up painting a compelling picture. Episodes covered: S1E1: 3AM S1E4: Resupply S1E8: Cold Steel You can stream the show on Disney+: https://www.disneyplus.com/series/the-punisher/6JOZHgU6cBS3

Eddy and Chris talk about the amazing setup and unfortunate payoff of Luke Cage. Sweet Christmas!  Episodes covered: S1E1: Moment of Truth S1E4: Step Into the Arena S1E7: Manifest You can stream the show on Disney+: https://www.disneyplus.com/series/luke-cage/1L458elR85KN

Chris and Eddy talk about Jessica Jones, which is Chris’s FAVORITE show and character. Episodes covered: S1E1: AKA Ladies Night S1E7: AKA Top Shelf Perverts S1E9: AKA Sin Bin You can stream the show on Disney+: https://www.disneyplus.com/series/jessica-jones/4LX4rNmINp5y